
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (393 Rentals)


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Denizen

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The Warwick

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

3942 8th Ave

1520 Tyler House

The Nash

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MoDE
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Park Diplomat

Park View Hillcrest

Hillcrest Inn

Lofts at 734 University Ave

3536 First Ave

Hilltop Terrace

4019 Hawk St

3665-3669 First Ave.

3675 Eagle St
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3980 8th Ave

3580 Fourth Ave

4034-4036 Centre St

Mission Florence

The Heritage on First Avenue

1210-1216 Essex St

The Egyptian

Sleepy Hollow Apartments

630 W Washington St

3824 Fourth Avenue
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3574-3580 4TH AVENUE **

428 Brookes Ave

3651-3657 Reynard Way

3839-3847 1st Ave

Hillcrest Palms

4129 Front St

530 Arbor Dr

3779-3785 3rd Ave

3653 3rd Ave

821-835 Sutter St
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316-320 Pennsylvania Ave

4027 1st Ave

3534-3542 5th Ave

3751 3rd Ave

3773 1st Ave

3776 1st Ave

3761 3rd Ave

3802-3808 1/2 3rd Ave

3760 1st Ave
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Hillcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,506 | $1,250 | $3,300 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $1,695 | $5,872 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,459 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,907 | $3,350 | $6,515 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 393 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA is found at Lofts at 734 University Ave and is listed at 1,799 square feet priced from $3,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | 1,799 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Winslow | S4 | 575 Sq Ft | $2,705 |
| MoDE | S7 | 574 Sq Ft | $2,703 |
| Rowyn | S2 | 545 Sq Ft | $2,909 |
| Duplet | Studio/1 Bath + Loft - G | 530 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| The Nash | A2 | 485 Sq Ft | $2,548 |
| Rainford Apartments | S3 | 468 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| 3574-3580 4TH AVENUE ** | 0BR/1.0BA | 350 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | 300 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| 1520 Tyler House | The Studio | 230 Sq Ft | $2,120 |
Cheapest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Hillcrest of San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $995 at 3942 8th Ave. The average price for all Studio apartments in Hillcrest is currently $2,506. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 3942 8th Ave | Studio | $995 |
| Hillcrest Inn | Studio | $1,250 |
| Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | $1,695 |
| 3574-3580 4TH AVENUE ** | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,950 |
| 10th and Robinson | Studio | $2,050 |
| 1520 Tyler House | The Studio | $2,120 |
| Rainford Apartments | S4 | $2,195 |
| The Nash | A3 | $2,295 |
| Rowyn | S1 | $2,385 |
| Duplet | Studio/1 Bath + Loft - G | $2,495 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hillcrest with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Hillcrest is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is $2,506.
What is the largest available Studio Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,799 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at Lofts at 734 University Ave.
What is the average size for Hillcrest Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Hillcrest is currently 200 sq ft.
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